Brussels (Urdu Point / Pakistan Point News / WAM – March 30, 2026) Belgium Postponed registration of biometric data, including fingerprints and facial scans, for non-EU travelers under law European UnionEntry/exit system (EES), after long queues during airport Trials.
The decision has been made before Minister of Interior Bernard Quentin and Minister of Asylum and Immigration Anneline Van Bossuet.
since October Electronic last year border Controls in Europeknown as the Entry/Exit System (EES), was gradually rolled out. The aim is for non-EU citizens to provide their fingerprints and facial scans as well as their passport and leave. date.
the European Union It has been decided to introduce the system in phases. The phased implementation allows adjustments to be made in case of technical and member state issues maybe Temporarily suspending the system in exceptional circumstances, such as excessive congestion.
in BelgiumThe system was scheduled to be introduced at specific times before full implementation by April 10, especially in Brussels airport.
However, the authorities decided to postpone the launch of the application, following similar moves before Holland and France.
Ministers Quentin W Van Bossuet noted that the phased introduction has led to a significant increase in wait times border Controls. Various stakeholders have worked hard for months to ensure security border Controls adapt to passenger flows under the new system.
However, they declared that the technological conditions and infrastructure necessary for biometric registration under normal and passenger-friendly conditions do not exist.
“Strong borders are a prerequisite for an effective migration policy and are essential for the safety of our citizens, including at airports,” the minister stressed. Van Bossuet. “in same Over time, the European system must work smoothly in practice, which clearly requires more time.